Shelta is the safer way to find, book, and pay for student housing near your campus.
Searching for off-campus housing shouldn't mean sending money to a stranger and hoping for the best. Shelta connects you directly with verified housing agents, lets you see real listings with real photos, and protects your payment until you've actually seen and confirmed your apartment.
WHY RENTERS CHOOSE SHELTA
• Verified agents only - every agent is vetted before they can list a property
• Escrow-protected payments - your money is only released to the agent after your inspection is confirmed
• Transparent pricing - see exactly what you'll pay, itemized, before you check out. No hidden charges.
• In-app chat - message agents directly to ask questions before you commit
• Schedule inspections - book a viewing before you pay
• Ratings & reviews - see what other students say about an agent before you book
• Refer & earn - get ₦1,000 for every friend who books through Shelta
FOR HOUSING AGENTS
Shelta also gives verified agents a dedicated space to list apartments, manage bookings, chat with prospective tenants, and track performance - with reward tiers for agents who list and let consistently.
BUILT FOR HOW STUDENTS ACTUALLY SEARCH
Filter listings by campus and budget, save the ones you like, and move from browsing to booking without leaving the app. Set up your profile once, verify your phone number, and you're ready to search with confidence.
YOUR SAFETY, BUILT IN
• Secure sign-in with optional biometric app lock
• Verified agent identities before any listing goes live
• A clear dispute process if anything goes wrong
• Support available at hello@sheltahomes.com
Whether you're hunting for your first off-campus apartment or you're an agent looking to reach more verified renters, Shelta makes the process faster, safer, and a lot less stressful.
Download Shelta today and find your next home near campus.
Find verified student apartments near campus. Chat, book & pay safely.